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Psychology at WG6 (Joint 6th Form for Wilmington Grammar School for Girls and Wilmington Grammar School for Boys)

Course description

PHYSICS

A Level

AQA

Introduction to the Course

Physics is the most fundamental of Sciences. It aims to explore the topics of matter and energy in the world and how they are related. The OCR Physics
A specification is designed to develop students interest in and enthusiasm for the subject, including developing an interest in further study and careers associated with Physics. The A Level is now stand alone qualifications which means that students who chose
A Level Physics will not sit any exams until the end of year 13.

If you are already interested in the Physics topics in your
science studies at GCSE then do consider studying Physics. If you would like to know more about fundamental ideas such as quantum mechanics, relativity and cosmology, then Physics may be for you. If you are good at Maths and if you enjoy finding mathematical
solutions to problems, then studying A Level Physics is worth serious consideration.

At the end of year 13 students will sit 3 exams. Paper 1 will be 135 minutes long and will test content from modules 1,2,3
and 5. Paper 2 is also 135 minutes and will test content from modules 1,2,4 and 6. Paper 3 is 90 minutes long and can test content from any module. Papers 1 and 2 will be worth 37% each and paper 3 is worth 26%.

Students will also be given a practical endorsement Grade for Physics. This is separate to the A Level and will not affect the overall Grade. Students
will be assessed by the school and will be awarded a pass or fail for this element of the course.

A good pass in A-level Physics is essential for entry into a degree in all high-technology courses such
as electronics, materials science, astronomy and in all forms of engineering.

It is also a requirement for those wishing to pursue a technical
career in the Armed Forces and often preferred for studying Medicine, Dentistry and Veterinary Science.

The knowledge and skills acquired during the A-level course provide a sound background for many different non-scientific careers, such as Computing,
Accountancy and other financially orientated careers

How to apply

If you want to apply for this course, you will need to contact WG6 (Joint 6th Form for Wilmington Grammar School for Girls and Wilmington Grammar School for Boys) directly.